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Men's Base Layer Guide

Men's Base Layer Guide

The unsung heroes and super domestiques of cycling clothing, Rapha base layers are the foundation of any good riding outfit. Helping regulate body temperature, base layers also extend the range of your apparel between conditions and seasons. Get the basics right and the rest will fall into place.

Hot Weather

For the hottest days and racing conditions

Year Round

Complete comfort on any kind of ride

Cold Weather

Perfect for cold weather riding

Hot Weather

For the hottest days and racing conditions

Year Round

Complete comfort on any kind of ride

Cold Weather

Perfect for cold weather riding

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Closer Comfort

Sitting close to the skin for optimum comfort, Base Layers offer a ‘barely there’ feel that makes all the difference, so you can build up the layers without the bulk.

Performance fabrics

Both the merino and synthetic yarns used in our base layer fabrics are of a fine density that offer both the strength and softness required to work with your skin.

Temperature Control

Keeping you cool in the heat and warm in the chill, our range of Base Layers wick sweat away in the summer, and insulate your core in winter.

Hot Weather

On the hottest days you might want to wear less, but a lightweight and breathable layer will help keep you cool and dry in the heat. Designed to be worn under a jersey on hot days, or under several layers in cooler conditions, our sleeveless base layers offer exceptional levels of breathability and moisture transfer.

Hot Weather

Sleeveless Base Layers

Men's Merino Lightweight Base Layer - Sleeveless

Made from a proprietary merino-rich blend for the perfect balance of breathability and insulation with a lightweight open mesh structure. Suited to a wide range of conditions – from chilly days to mild summer sessions. All seams have flatlock stitching for added comfort against the skin.

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Men's Merino Lightweight Base Layer - Short Sleeve

Made from a proprietary merino-rich blend for the perfect balance of breathability and insulation with a lightweight open mesh structure. Suited to a wide range of conditions – from chilly days to mild summer sessions. All seams have flatlock stitching for added comfort against the skin.

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Men's Lightweight Base Layer - Sleeveless

Using recycled yarns this ultra lightweight material actively wicks sweat away from the skin and regulates your body temperature. Suited to hot and humid conditions under a lightweight jersey, this design will also aid thermoregulation in changeable conditions. Flatlock stitching as standard.

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Men's Lightweight Base Layer - Short Sleeve

Using recycled yarns this ultra lightweight material actively wicks sweat away from the skin and regulates your body temperature. Suited to hot and humid conditions under a lightweight jersey, this design will also aid thermoregulation in changeable conditions. Flatlock stitching as standard.

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Year Round

Available in a range of materials, our short sleeved base layers offer a versatile foundation for year-round riding and racing.

Year Round

Short Sleeve Base Layers

Merino Base Layer - Short Sleeve

As versatile as it is comfortable, ideal for wearing off the bike too.

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Men's Merino Lightweight Base Layer - Short Sleeve

Made from a proprietary merino-rich blend for the perfect balance of breathability and insulation with a lightweight open mesh structure. Suited to a wide range of conditions – from chilly days to mild summer sessions. All seams have flatlock stitching for added comfort against the skin.

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Cold Weather

For cooler to cold weather, long sleeve base layers can either act as an insulating foundation, or eliminate the need for a midlayer. Still sweat-wicking and odour-resistant, they play a key role in maintaining your temperature in cooler climates.

Cold Weather

Long sleeve base layers

Pro Team Thermal Base Layer

High performance warmth in the coldest weather, for fast-paced training and racing.

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Merino Base Layer - Long Sleeve

100% merino wool, naturally anti-bacterial and odour resistant. Soft on the skin and itch free.

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